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Built for powerful and versatile driving, the Mattro Ardenner is a smashing concept which could revolutionize the way we think about electric off-roaders. The initial prototype was showcased at the Interalpin 2015 show in Innsbruck, Austria, a fair dedicated to winter technology. Anyway, you don't need us to tell you how much fun replacing those tracks with more aggressive, sportier ones will bring...
The Ardenner is a new all-terrain vehicle concept. If "tracked trike" sounds good to you, we're also fine with this, because this is so much more than a snowmobile.
One of the secrets behind such impressive figures is the fact that Mattro has a different approach to creating vehicles. That is, the entire chassis is designed and built around the electric drive components.
Power comes from lithium-ion batteries and goes to three individually controlled wheel hubs. The motors have liquid-cooling and everything is operated by intelligent software designed especially for the purpose.
Power loss is kept to a minimum thanks to direct drive, and Mattro also claims that the final product will be able to tackle extreme gradients for the ultimate bold versatility in the wild.
"Testing and optimization are planned for the coming summer. The team can´t wait to test it outside on the mountains and glaciers here in Tyrol and experience it firsthand after all the CAD work and simulations," Mattro informs us.
If they throw in a generous battery and smart energy management for extended range, this might be the next best thing for anything related to the wilderness. And of course, with zero emissions, too!
Power and torque figures should make you blush in shame
Depending on the battery configuration, the Mattro Ardenner can produce between 67 and 107 hp, and if this was not enough, how about 1,400 Nm (1,032 lb-ft) of torque? The Ardenner has a 4-meter (13 feet) turn radius and can travel as fast as 80 km/h (50 mph).One of the secrets behind such impressive figures is the fact that Mattro has a different approach to creating vehicles. That is, the entire chassis is designed and built around the electric drive components.
Power comes from lithium-ion batteries and goes to three individually controlled wheel hubs. The motors have liquid-cooling and everything is operated by intelligent software designed especially for the purpose.
Ardenner cand carry two riders and 250 kg of gear
The Ardenner is designed for two-up riding and comes with a generous loading bed. As much as 250 kg (552 lb) of gear can be safely loaded on the bed, with the rear track also acting like support for the weight.Power loss is kept to a minimum thanks to direct drive, and Mattro also claims that the final product will be able to tackle extreme gradients for the ultimate bold versatility in the wild.
"Testing and optimization are planned for the coming summer. The team can´t wait to test it outside on the mountains and glaciers here in Tyrol and experience it firsthand after all the CAD work and simulations," Mattro informs us.
If they throw in a generous battery and smart energy management for extended range, this might be the next best thing for anything related to the wilderness. And of course, with zero emissions, too!
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